The Importance Of Faith

Pastor Lowrimore opened the service with a prayer and we enjoyed some great hymns. The best part of this morning service was an inspiring sermon about the “Importance of Faith” as part 5 of a 5-part series.

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The Meaning Of Faith

Faith is more than just a wish – we would like to believe in a loving God, a sacrificial Savior, and a reward of heaven; so we choose to believe. However, Biblical faith is not a preference; it involves assurance, conviction, and understanding. As Martin Luther King, Jr. said: “Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase.”

Biblical Passages On Faith

Here is a strong verse about faith from 1 Corinthians 16:13: “Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.”

• The Bible teaches us that faith is important.
• It involves assurance, conviction, and understanding.
• We can take comfort in the strong verse from 1 Corinthians 16:13.

In conclusion, faith is a powerful force that can help us in times of distress and bring us closer to God. It is important to remember the Biblical teachings on faith and take the advice of Martin Luther King, Jr. to take the first step even when we don’t see the whole staircase.